2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Canyon | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |